Pneumonia

This study follows women who previously received the GBS-NN/NN2 vaccine during pregnancy to see how long their immune protection lasts. It also tests whether a booster dose given in a new pregnancy is safe and boosts immunity, aiming to protect newborns from group B strep infecti…

This study looks at health records of over 800,000 adults to see if the PCV20 vaccine reduces pneumonia cases. Researchers will compare pneumonia rates in people who got the vaccine versus those who did not. The goal is to measure how effective PCV20 is in adults aged 18 and olde…

This study tests a new vaccine called VAX-31 in adults aged 50 and older who have already received a pneumonia vaccine. The goal is to see if VAX-31 is safe and triggers a strong immune response. About 752 participants will receive either VAX-31 or an active comparator vaccine, a…

This study tests a new vaccine called VAX-31 to protect babies against pneumococcal disease, which can cause pneumonia and meningitis. About 900 healthy infants will receive four doses of VAX-31 or an existing vaccine starting at 2 months old. Researchers will check for side effe…

This study looks at how effective the Prevnar 20 (PCV20) vaccine is at preventing serious lung infections in people aged 65 and older. Researchers will analyze medical records from over 22 million Medicare beneficiaries, comparing those who got the vaccine to those who did not. T…

This study tests whether infusions of cord blood stem cells can help people with moderate to critical COVID-19 pneumonia. The trial includes 65 adults with COVID-19-related acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Researchers will compare stem cell treatment plus standard care…

This study tests whether personalized ventilator settings can reduce lung injury in adults with severe respiratory failure who are on ECMO (a heart-lung machine). Researchers will use esophageal manometry or electrical impedance tomography to tailor the ventilator's positive pres…

This study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) — transferring healthy donor stool into the gut — can lower the risk of death in ventilated ICU patients with multidrug-resistant lung infections. The idea is that restoring gut bacteria may help fight lung infection…

This early-stage trial tests a therapy made from donor immune cells, called LB-DTK-COV19, in adults with severe COVID-19. The cells are designed to target the virus and are given as a single infusion. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the treatment can improve symptom…

This trial investigates whether adding high-dose inhaled nitric oxide to standard antibiotics can help people with pneumonia recover faster. The study includes 200 adults with hospital-acquired or community-acquired pneumonia. Participants receive either nitric oxide or a sham tr…

This study tests a new drug called verekitug in 666 people with moderate-to-severe COPD, a long-term lung disease that makes breathing hard. The goal is to see if it can reduce serious flare-ups and improve lung function compared to a placebo. Participants must be current or form…

This study tests a transitional care model for older adults (65+) hospitalized with heart failure, COPD, or pneumonia. The model provides extra education, social services, and coordination among doctors after discharge. Researchers compare this to usual care to see if it reduces …

This study tests a special virus called a bacteriophage, combined with standard antibiotics, to treat a severe lung infection caused by Mycobacterium abscessus. The trial involves just one patient and aims to see if the virus can help clear the infection. It is an early, personal…

This study was designed to test whether adding an experimental drug and special immune cells to standard care could help critically ill adults with severe pneumonia, especially those with sepsis or lung failure. The trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no res…

This study was designed to see if adding two immune treatments (NAI and iNKT cells) to standard care could help critically ill adults with severe pneumonia, sepsis, or lung failure recover. It planned to enroll ICU patients and follow them for 90 days. However, the study was with…

This study aims to find out if 5 days of antibiotics works as well as 10 days for children hospitalized with pneumonia, skin infections, or urinary tract infections. About 1,200 children will be randomly assigned to either a 5-day or 10-day course, with some receiving a placebo a…

This study tests whether online training and regular feedback reports can help doctors prescribe fewer antibiotics for common infections like ear infections, strep throat, sinusitis, and pneumonia in children. About 420 children aged 6 months to 12 years are included. The goal is…

This phase 2 trial tests whether a single, low dose of radiation to the chest can reduce lung inflammation in hospitalized COVID-19 pneumonia patients. Researchers compare two radiation doses (35 cGy and 100 cGy) to standard care. The goal is to see if this treatment lowers the n…

This study looks at whether treating patients at home for conditions like infections, heart failure, diabetes, and COPD can lead to better health outcomes and satisfaction compared to traditional hospital stays. Nearly 10,000 adults will receive hospital-level care at home, inclu…

This trial tests whether an artificial intelligence system can help less-experienced doctors—like final-year medical students and early-career general practitioners—interpret chest X-rays more accurately. Participants will read the same set of X-rays twice: once with AI assistanc…

This study is testing a new diagnostic tool called RPIP, which uses advanced DNA sequencing to quickly identify the germs causing pneumonia and their drug resistance. The goal is to see if this method helps doctors choose the right treatment faster than current tests. The study w…

This study compares lung ultrasound (LUS) with chest X-ray for diagnosing community-acquired pneumonia in emergency room patients. Researchers will enroll 47 adults with suspected pneumonia to see if LUS is as accurate as X-ray. If LUS proves reliable, it could offer a faster, ra…

This study tests whether a new DNA-sequencing technique (metagenomic next-generation sequencing) can identify the cause of pneumonia faster than standard methods. About 114 ICU patients on ventilators will be randomly assigned to receive either the new test or usual care. The goa…

This study looks at two advanced genetic testing methods, mNGS and tNGS, to see how well they can identify the germs causing severe lung infections. Researchers will compare these tests to traditional methods in 80 patients. The goal is to find out if these newer technologies are…

This trial is testing whether taking daily vitamin D3 and fish oil supplements can reduce the risk of lung problems like COPD flare-ups, asthma attacks, and pneumonia in older adults. It involves over 25,000 men and women aged 50 and older who do not have a history of cancer or h…

This study tests a new vaccine called VAX-31, which protects against 31 types of pneumonia-causing bacteria. It is given together with the seasonal flu shot to healthy adults aged 50 and older. The goal is to see if giving both vaccines at the same time is safe and works as well …

This Phase 3 study is testing a new vaccine called VAX-31 in about 4,000 healthy adults aged 50 and older. The goal is to see if VAX-31 provides better immune protection against more strains of pneumococcal bacteria compared to two current vaccines, Prevnar 20 and Capvaxive. Rese…

This study tests a proprietary amino acid drink given twice daily for up to 4 days to older adults (60+) hospitalized with infections who have delirium. 20 participants get the drink, 20 get standard care, and 20 non-delirious controls are observed. The goal is to see if the drin…

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can improve how caregivers learn chest percussion techniques for children with pneumonia. About 60 caregivers will be randomly assigned to VR training or standard teaching. The goal is to see if VR boosts skill accuracy, knowledge, an…

This study planned to test whether osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on technique to improve chest movement — could reduce lung inflammation and improve breathing in adults with asthma. Researchers intended to measure inflammation using a nitric oxide breath test…

This study tests whether giving a thyroid hormone (T3) directly into the lungs can safely improve oxygen levels in adults with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a severe lung condition. About 68 critically ill patients on ventilators will either receive the hormone or s…

Researchers in Uzbekistan are studying common respiratory and heart conditions in children from birth to age 15. They will analyze medical records and examine blood samples to understand immune and antioxidant function in affected children. The goal is to develop and test improve…

This study looks at specific immune cells called myeloid cells in people who were hospitalized with COVID-19 pneumonia. Researchers want to understand how these cells respond to the virus and whether certain cell types can predict how sick a person gets. The goal is to find new w…

This study looks at whether a high-protein diet helps patients on breathing machines with severe pneumonia recover faster. Researchers will compare patients getting a high-protein diet to those on a standard-protein diet, tracking how long they need the ventilator and whether the…

This study looks at 500 elderly patients (65 and older) with severe pneumonia to understand why some recover and others don't. Researchers will review medical records from hospitals across Europe, focusing on death rates and complications. No new drugs or treatments are being tes…

This project works to make sure children with common respiratory infections get the right antibiotics for the right amount of time. It involves over 259,000 kids across many clinics. The goal is to learn the best ways to help doctors follow antibiotic guidelines and reduce unnece…

This study follows 100 adults hospitalized in intensive care units with severe pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma or Chlamydia bacteria. Researchers will track how patients are treated, how long they stay in the hospital, and how many survive. They will also check for antibiotic resi…

This study looks at 1,800 adults hospitalized with pneumonia in Hong Kong. Researchers use a simple urine test to identify which types of pneumococcus bacteria are causing the infections. The goal is to understand which strains are most common, which can help improve future vacci…

This study is testing whether an artificial intelligence model can more accurately diagnose the cause of severe pneumonia compared to traditional methods. Researchers will collect data from 1,000 ICU patients, including medical images, lab tests, and immune system information. Th…

This study looks at a new way of paying for healthcare called bundled payments, where providers get a single payment for an entire episode of care. Researchers will analyze Medicare data from 440 provider organizations to see if this approach improves quality and reduces costs fo…

This study tests whether using rapid, advanced lab tests to identify the exact bacteria causing a severe infection can help doctors choose the right antibiotics faster. About 190 adults with sepsis in Greek ICUs will either get standard care or the new testing strategy. The goal …

This study tests whether a hospital-customized plan (ROAD Home) reduces unnecessary antibiotic use at discharge for adults with pneumonia or urinary tract infections. Forty hospitals are randomly assigned to either use this tailored approach or continue their usual practices. The…

This study looks at 500 patients with severe breathing failure due to pneumonia who are using a non-invasive breathing mask. Researchers will measure their energy needs, muscle function, and blood markers to identify different patient types. The goal is to better understand how t…

This study tests a 'discharge stewardship bundle' to help doctors prescribe the right antibiotics for the right duration when children leave the hospital. Over 1,100 children with pneumonia, urinary tract infections, or skin infections will be followed. Doctors receive feedback r…

This study was designed to see if a harmless marker (quinine) placed in the mouth could show up in lung secretions, indicating that fluid is leaking past the breathing tube's cuff. It aimed to help detect aspiration in critically ill patients on ventilators. However, the study wa…

This study examines medical records of 1,100 children under 18 from hospitals across China who were hospitalized with RSV-positive bronchiolitis or pneumonia between 2017 and 2021. Researchers aim to understand how the disease is diagnosed and treated, and what it costs families …

This study looks at 120 adults getting a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) to see how often infections happen and how their immune system changes after surgery. The goal is to find what makes some patients more likely to get infections. This research does not test a new treat…

This study measures how well certain antibiotics penetrate the lungs in patients with pneumonia. Researchers will compare antibiotic levels in the blood and in lung fluid from 101 adults who need a bronchoscopy. The goal is to find factors that predict good lung penetration, whic…